μετάλλευμα — meaning in English

English meaning

• mineral noun A naturally occurring solid substance with a definite chemical makeup, such as quartz or salt.
• ore noun Rock or mineral from which metal or other valuable material can be extracted.

Senses

μετάλλευμα is used for these senses in English:

• mineral (geology) Any naturally occurring material that has a (more or less) definite chemical composition and characteristic physical properties; especially, an inorganic one.
• ore Rock or other material that contains valuable or utilitarian materials; primarily a rock containing metals or gems for which it is typically mined and processed.

mineral — full definition

1. noun A naturally occurring solid substance with a definite chemical makeup, such as quartz or salt.
2. noun An inorganic element or compound the body needs for good health, such as calcium or iron.
3. adj Relating to, made of, or containing minerals.

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